West Sussex · London and the South East
Balls Cross Gutter Survey
We carry out gutter surveys in Balls Cross and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
Gutter survey in Balls Cross
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If you’ve noticed water spilling over the gutter edge and gutters that have fallen out of line, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Balls Cross are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Balls Cross
With Petworth House about 2.9 miles south, Balls Cross sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys in Balls Cross for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Balls Cross is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Guildford is in our area too.
Gutter surveys in GU28 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Balls Cross: Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Near you in Balls Cross
Nearby you’ll also find Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Not far away are The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
FAQs for Balls Cross
Is my home in Balls Cross listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Balls Cross?
Yes, Balls Cross is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Balls Cross?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, CCTV drain work is not part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. For a price for your building, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How much time does the visit need?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the gutter as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Balls Cross needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common roof problems in Balls Cross
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Questions to ask before you book
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
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What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
What affects the price in Balls Cross
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
For a price for your roof in Balls Cross, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
We will normally ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can back up into the roof space and the rooms below normally during the worst downpours. It’s worth having these gutters looked at before the wetter months. Outbuildings and barns around Balls Cross are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.